\u201cEverything\u2019s a conversation,\u201d meaning, we can talk about it. Hang around me long enough, you\u2019re bound to hear said statement. There is nothing we can\u2019t talk about. That doesn\u2019t mean the exchange will be easy nor simple nor even all that pleasant. What it does mean, though, is that we value one another enough to graciously interact, listen well and work to understand what the other is thinking and feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the reasons it seems we are currently collectively struggling to solve the current immigration issues is because we are unable to have a conversation. And because we can\u2019t actually talk about it, we are trapped by political paralysis \u2014 a scenario in which nothing is solved and the rhetorical temps only continue to rise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So let\u2019s bring down the temp. Let\u2019s converse. As long advocated here, the best conversations often begin with open-ended, thought-provoking questions. Such an approach invites curiosity and reflection. Such an approach also discourages any semblance of the always unattractive, fleetingly persuasive, hell and brimstone approach. No wise conversation relies on fear, threats nor vulgarity. Wise conversation motivates instead through understanding and encouragement.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are the questions we should be asking and answering in regard to national security, our borders, ICE and immigration? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s Try to Actually Solve This<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n National Security (Without the Hype)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Managing the Border Like a System<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ICE & Interior Enforcement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fixing the Immigration System<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Accountability & Moving Forward<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Just asking questions, friends\u2026 and of course, attempting to foster authentic, sincere, solution-oriented conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Respectfully\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n AR<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u201cEverything\u2019s a conversation,\u201d meaning, we can talk about it. Hang around me long enough, you\u2019re bound to hear said statement. There is nothing we can\u2019t talk about. That doesn\u2019t mean the exchange will be easy nor simple nor even all that pleasant. What it does mean, though, is that we value one another enough to … <\/p>\n\n
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